What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to Evanston?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Evanston is to bus which costs $130 - $310 and takes 27h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Boston to Evanston?

The fastest way to get from Boston to Evanston is to fly which takes 4h 25m and costs $90 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via New York Midtown, Jefferson & Harrison and Michigan & Hubbard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Evanston?

No, there is no direct train from Boston to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Evanston via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 17m.

How far is it from Boston to Evanston?

The distance between Boston and Evanston is 886 miles. The road distance is 999.2 miles.

How do I travel from Boston to Evanston without a car?

The best way to get from Boston to Evanston without a car is to train which takes 23h 17m and costs $140 - $700.

How long does it take to get from Boston to Evanston?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Boston to Evanston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Evanston bus from?

Boston to Evanston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Boston station.

Where do I catch the Boston to Evanston train from?

Boston to Evanston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.

Train, bus or fly from Boston to Evanston?

The best way to get from Boston to Evanston is to fly which takes 4h 25m and costs $90 - $450. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $700 and takes 23h 17m, you could also bus, which costs $130 - $310 and takes 27h 16m.

Where does the Boston to Evanston bus arrive?

Boston to Evanston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New York Midtown station.

What is the time difference between Boston and Evanston?

Evanston is 1h behind Boston. It is currently 6:13 PM in Boston and 5:13 PM in Evanston.

Where does the Boston to Evanston train arrive?

Boston to Evanston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Boston to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Evanston is 999 miles. It takes approximately 16h 57m to drive from Boston to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1168+ hotels available in Evanston.

Boston to Evanston - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Boston to Evanston by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, bus, or train

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Fly Boston Logan Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)BOS - MDW
4h 25m
$91–442
Train to Theodore Francis Green State Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Boston to Providence
2. Fly from Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)PVD - MDW
6h 44m
$86–959
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Boston to Chicago Union StationLake Shore Limited
23h 17m
$140–700
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Boston to New York MidtownFlixBus 2610 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus N2640
27h 16m
$130–301
Drive 993.4 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Evanston993.4 mi
16h 57m
$182–262
Fly Boston Logan Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)BOS - ORD
4h 47m
$109–310
Bus to Manchester Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take the bus from Boston to Boston Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MHT) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)MHT - MDW
6h 15m
$118–588
Fly Boston Logan Airport to General Mitchell International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)BOS - MKE
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street
3. Take the train from Kenosha to Evanston
6h 49m
$287–627

Boston to Evanston by train and foot (Amtrak)

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23h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 881.1 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Evanston, IL, USA?

Southwest Airlines and Delta fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Boston to Chicago Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $140–700 and the journey takes 22h 22m.

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Fly Boston Logan Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport

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Drive 993.4 mi

Fly Boston Logan Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport

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